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House vote: H.Res. 430 // June 15, 2009Needed two-thirds to agree

Expressing condolences to the citizens of Italy and support for the Government of Italy in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that stuck the Abruzzo region of central Italy

Sponsor: WILLIAM PASCRELL (D-NJ)

Mourns the loss of life and expresses condolences to the families of those killed and injured in the earthquake that struck the Abruzzo region of Italy. Applauds the response of Italian rescue workers. Recognizes the deep ties between the United States and Italy and expresses continued solidarity with the people of Italy during this time of crisis.

International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.

Who won, and how much of the country was behind them

Won the vote · Yea

381 votes, representing 203,115,272 people87.5%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

0 votes, representing 0 people0.0%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 12.5% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.

Share of U.S. adults represented, the House
SideOutcomeVotesShare of U.S. adults
YeaWon38187.5%
NayLost00.0%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken012.5%